Property Ownership
In South Carolina, what does 'intestate succession' mean?
AWhen a person inherits property from a specific state
BThe legal process of distributing a deceased person's property when they die without a valid will, according to SC's probate laws✓ Correct
CA tax on inherited property
DAn intestate trust for real property
Explanation
Intestate succession governs the distribution of a deceased person's property when they die without a valid will. SC's Probate Code establishes the priority of heirs: surviving spouse, children, parents, siblings, etc.
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